RealRides of WNY - 1980 Datsun 280ZX

August 29, 2016

Although this 1980 Datsun 280ZX was a complete restyle when compared to the original 240Z cars (introduced in 1970), there was no mistaking its parentage. The same basic shape still existed, just pulled and stretched here and there. And the engine was larger (thus the 280 moniker, which indicated a 2.8L engine). A stretched 2+2 version was also offered which, IMHO, was not very easy on the eyes. Found this orange(?) example a while back in Tonawanda.